Community Engagement & Special Events

The Community Engagement Department strives to inspire Jewish journeys and serve as a catalyst for families in Northern Virginia to seek out deeper participation in Jewish life. Programs are designed to emphasize Jewish culture, identity and values to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Often these programs are in partnership with area synagogues and Jewish agencies, including The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington.

Discounted Program & Class Rates
Being a member has its benefits! The JCCNV offers discounts to our members on classes and programs. In order for membership rates to apply, membership must remain current throughout the duration of the class/program. Please click here for additional membership benefits.

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington presents

Israel@65: A Jewish Food, Wine and Music Festival

Sunday, June 9, noon–5pm
Location: Union Market
1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington will celebrate Israel@65 with a community celebration which includes food, wine, entertainment and more.
Visit www.shalomdc.org for details.

Community Eat-for-Heat Pancake Feast & Water Play

Sunday, July 28, 8:30am–11am

“Pour on the fixings” at our community pancake feast and help raise funds needed to prevent hypothermia this winter.
Bring the warmth of summer to those who might feel the cold this winter.

• Feast on pancakes and ‘fixins’
• Get creative: arts and crafts for the kids
• Movin’ and groovin’ on the playground
• Stay cool with water play fun (10am–11am)

Fee: $6 per adult/ $4 per child (Free for children up to 2 years old)

Mitzvah Program (ongoing)

Chair: Gail Gurin

The JCCNV Mitzvah Program provides support to those in need in our community. Please join fellow JCCNV members, friends, and staff, as we volunteer on a number of social action projects, including making casseroles for the homeless, serving meals to those in need, packing food boxes at an emergency food warehouse, visiting Jewish residents in retirement homes and donating food for Thanksgiving baskets.

If you would like to volunteer or would like more information about the program, please contact Laurie Albert.